Quarterly report [Sections 13 or 15(d)]

Fair Value Measurements

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Fair Value Measurements
 6 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2026
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Fair Value Measurements FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
We record the following assets and liabilities at fair value on a recurring basis.
•We hold mutual fund assets within a Rabbi Trust to cover liabilities in our deferred compensation plan. These assets have prices quoted within active markets and, accordingly, are classified as level 1 within the fair value hierarchy.
•We have interest rate swap agreements that are designed to manage our interest rate exposure. These agreements can be valued using observable data and, accordingly, are classified as level 2 within the fair value hierarchy.
•In connection with the businesses sold in Australia and Korea, we indemnified the buyer related to certain potential losses, which are recorded at fair value, based on an assessment of probability-weighted outcomes. Accordingly, these inputs are not observable and are classified as level 3 within the fair value hierarchy. Changes in the fair value of the indemnification liability are recorded in the consolidated statements of operations.
The table below presents assets and liabilities measured and recorded at fair value in our consolidated balance sheets on a recurring basis and their corresponding level within the fair value hierarchy. No transfers between Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 fair value measurements occurred for the six months ended March 31, 2026.
Table 8.1: Fair Value Measurements
As of March 31, 2026
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Balance
(in thousands)
Assets:
Deferred compensation assets - Rabbi Trust $ 40,733  $ —  $ —  $ 40,733 
Interest rate swap - $675 million notional value
 —  3,209  —  3,209 
Total assets $ 40,733  $ 3,209  $ —  $ 43,942 
Liabilities:
Interest rate swap - $275 million notional value
 $ —  $ 248  $ —  $ 248 
Indemnification liabilities —  —  9,472  9,472 
Total liabilities $ —  $ 248  $ 9,472  $ 9,720 
The fair values of receivables, prepaid assets, other assets, accounts payable, accrued costs, and other current liabilities approximate the carrying values as a result of the short-term nature of these instruments. The carrying value of our debt is consistent with the fair value as the stated interest rates in the agreements are consistent with the current market rates used in notes with similar terms in the markets (Level 2 inputs).
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
All amounts recorded in accumulated other comprehensive loss are related to our foreign currency translations and interest rate swaps, net of tax. The following table shows changes in accumulated other comprehensive loss. Amounts reclassified from other comprehensive income were recorded within our selling, general, and administrative expenses (for foreign currency translation adjustments) and within interest expense (for gains on derivatives).
Table 8.2: Details of Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss by Category
Foreign currency translation adjustments Net unrealized gain on derivatives, net of tax Total
(in thousands)
Balance as of September 30, 2025 $ (20,706) $ 2,839  $ (17,867)
Other comprehensive income before reclassifications (2,531) 2,313  (218)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss —  (2,970) (2,970)
Net current period other comprehensive income/(loss) (2,531) (657) (3,188)
Balance as of March 31, 2026 $ (23,237) $ 2,182  $ (21,055)
Indemnification Liability
The fair value of our indemnification liability is recorded at fair value as of the disposal date, based on an assessment of probability-weighted outcomes. This liability is reviewed on a quarterly basis. Changes in estimates are recorded to selling and general administrative expenses and foreign currency translation adjustments are recorded in other income/expenses on our Consolidated Statement of Operations.
Movement in our indemnification liability balance is as follows:
Table 8.3: Fair Value Measurement Using Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)
Indemnification Liability
(in thousands)
Opening indemnification liability as of September 30, 2025 $ 11,342 
Cash payments (1,599)
Foreign currency translation adjustments (271)
Closing indemnification liability as of March 31, 2026 $ 9,472